January gardening jobs you need to tackle this weekend including an essential rose task before the ground freezes
WHILE it may feel tempting to stay cosied up inside until spring, there are some gardening jobs you should be doing right now.
An expert shared the top tasks that need to be carried out before spring.
In his viral video, TikTok user Michael (@themediterraneangardener) talked his followers through each of the jobs he recommends carrying out in early January.
For his first tip, the gardening pro recommended giving plants such as wisterias a “winter prune.”
He explained that this step will ensure you have an “incredible display” in spring.
According to the pro, your wisteria should be pruned at least twice a year.
Michael also advised his audience to prune their grapes as early as possible “before the sap starts to rise.”
In order to get a “good crop” green-fingered enthusiasts should “winter wash” their fruit trees.
According to the gardener, this will help control pests and diseases in your flowerbeds.
He demonstrated how to go about pruning your plants before frost sets in.
Michael also recommended taking this time to plant items such as bare root roses, shrubs, hedging fruit trees, and other bushes.
He explained that “as long as the ground isn’t frozen,” this weekend is the best time to carry out this task.
You should also winter prune your deciduous ornamental trees, shrubs, and fruit trees, according to the expert.
According to other gardening enthusiasts, you should prune your roses before mid-February.
Most people recommend using Valentine’s Day as your deadline for this task.
Finally, the TikToker revealed the essential step you should take in your garden as temperatures drop.
He explained how this move will help boost the wildlife in your garden.
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“Keep your bird baths and feeders topped up as the weather gets cold,” he advised.
TikTok users shared their thoughts on the tips in the comments section.
“As a gardener myself of 15 years, your videos are so helpful and remind me of stuff in my clients’ gardens, thanks for your videos,” wrote one viewer.
“Thank you for the reminder, my friend,” said another impressed follower.